Coaching General Interest

St. David’s School; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

St. David’s School in Raleigh invites applications for an Athletic Coach who will lead and mentor student-athletes, foster physical conditioning, teamwork, and leadership while modeling Christian values.

The role emphasizes integrity, sportsmanship, and character development in a Christ-centered environment. You will plan practices, teach game fundamentals, ensure safety, communicate with families and staff, and represent the school with professionalism.

Qualifications

• Committed follower of Jesus Christ and eager to serve in a Christian learning environment.
• Strong knowledge of the sport and playing experience at high school level or above.
• Previous coaching experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct practices that develop athletic skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
• Teach and enforce the rules of the game in alignment with Christian principles.
• Promote a positive, respectful, and faith-based team culture.
• Mentor student-athletes in leadership and character development.
• Ensure safety and well-being of all participants during practices and competitions.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and school staff.
• Represent St. David’s School with professionalism and integrity at all times.

Skills

Coaching

Communication skills

Leadership

Job description

Pursuing athletic excellence through faith, virtue, and knowledge.

At St. David’s School, we believe that God has given each of us unique skills and talents. As a coach, you will guide students not only in athletic performance but also in character development—teaching them to compete with integrity and sportsmanship in a Christ-centered environment.

"Similarly, if anyone competes as an athlete, he does not receive the victor's crown unless he competes according to the rules." — 2 Timothy 2:5

Mission Statement

Pursuing athletic excellence through faith, virtue, and knowledge.

At St. David’s School, we believe that God has given each of us unique skills and talents. As a coach, you will guide students not only in athletic performance but also in character development—teaching them to compete with integrity and sportsmanship in a Christ-centered environment.

"Similarly, if anyone competes as an athlete, he does not receive the victor's crown unless he competes according to the rules." — 2 Timothy 2:5

Position Summary

The Athletic Coach is responsible for leading and mentoring student-athletes in their chosen sport, fostering physical conditioning, teamwork, and leadership skills that prepare them for success both on and off the field. Coaches are expected to model Christian values and encourage students to grow in faith while pursuing excellence in athletics.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct practices that develop athletic skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
• Teach and enforce the rules of the game in alignment with Christian principles.
• Promote a positive, respectful, and faith-based team culture.
• Mentor student-athletes in leadership and character development.
• Ensure safety and well-being of all participants during practices and competitions.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and school staff.
• Represent St. David’s School with professionalism and integrity at all times.

Qualifications

• Committed follower of Jesus Christ with a desire to serve in a Christian learning environment.
• Strong knowledge of the sport and prior playing experience at the high school level or above.
• Previous coaching experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to model and teach Christian values through athletics.